{"id":6492,"date":"2023-01-17T03:11:56","date_gmt":"2023-01-17T03:11:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/buckskin-gulch-slot-canyon-wire-pass-copy\/"},"modified":"2025-10-02T04:19:14","modified_gmt":"2025-10-02T04:19:14","slug":"eagle-crags-hike-near-zion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/eagle-crags-hike-near-zion\/","title":{"rendered":"Eagle Crags Hike Near Zion"},"content":{"rendered":"<!--themify_builder_content-->\n<div id=\"themify_builder_content-6492\" data-postid=\"6492\" class=\"themify_builder_content themify_builder_content-6492 themify_builder tf_clear\">\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_jf19346 tb_first tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col3-2 tb_2387347 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_ea7z347    wow\" data-tf-animation=\"zoomIn\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><strong>Just south of Zion National Park is a seldom visited hiking trail that offers great views of the surrounding landscape as well as a look into Zion Canyon itself. <\/strong>The hike up to Eagle Crags offers some of the best epic views of the impressive and colorful landscape in this area. Hiking this trial is a great way to escape the crowds of Zion while still enjoying some stunning scenery.<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col3-1 tb_yfec348 last\">\n                    <!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_pl7p348 image-top rounded drop-shadow  tf_mw wow\" data-tf-animation=\"fadeInRightBig\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"320\" height=\"290\" src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags.jpg\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-6484\" title=\"EagleCrags\" alt=\"EagleCrags\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags.jpg 320w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags-300x272.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/>    \n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n        <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_nwnd346 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_vyaa349 first\">\n                    <!-- module callout -->\n<div  class=\"module ui module-callout tb_4241349 button-bottom-center red  rounded embossed shadow wow\" data-tf-animation=\"fadeInLeft\" data-tf-animation_delay=\"1\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <div class=\"callout-inner\">\n    <div class=\"callout-content tf_left\">\n        <h3 class=\"callout-heading\"><\/h3>\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n            <strong>Click image<\/strong> to watch Virtual Video Tour and see viewer comments.\nThen come back to get the rest of the story.        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <!-- \/callout-content -->\n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/callout-content -->\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module callout -->\n<!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_2jp9349 image-overlay bordered  tf_mw wow\" data-tf-animation=\"lightSpeedIn\" data-tf-animation_delay=\"1.5\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Gyh2Si8ZiRw\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">\n                   <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"978\" height=\"550\" src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCragsYouTube.jpg\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-6517\" title=\"EagleCragsYouTube\" alt=\"EagleCragsYouTube\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCragsYouTube.jpg 978w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCragsYouTube-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCragsYouTube-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 978px) 100vw, 978px\" \/>        <\/a>\n    \n    \n                <\/div>\n        <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_jjqi350   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h3>Trip Specs<\/h3>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_mvis346 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-2 tb_zzd2350 first\">\n                    <!-- module callout -->\n<div  class=\"module ui module-callout tb_d314350  yellow  rounded shadow wow\" data-tf-animation=\"fadeInUp\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <div class=\"callout-inner\">\n    <div class=\"callout-content tf_left\">\n        <h3 class=\"callout-heading\">Length<\/h3>\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n            4-5 miles roundtrip\n(from trailhead)        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <!-- \/callout-content -->\n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/callout-content -->\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module callout -->\n<!-- module callout -->\n<div  class=\"module ui module-callout tb_a7zc350  yellow  rounded shadow wow\" data-tf-animation=\"fadeInUp\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <div class=\"callout-inner\">\n    <div class=\"callout-content tf_left\">\n        <h3 class=\"callout-heading\">Attractions<\/h3>\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n            <ul>\n<li>Walk below large sandstone spires<\/li>\n<li>Views into Zion Canyon<\/li>\n<li>Views into Parunuweap<\/li>\n<li>Abundant desert flora<\/li>\n<li>Amazing geology<\/li>\n<\/ul>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <!-- \/callout-content -->\n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/callout-content -->\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module callout -->\n        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-2 tb_1uav350 last\">\n                    <!-- module callout -->\n<div  class=\"module ui module-callout tb_fln7350  yellow  rounded shadow wow\" data-tf-animation=\"fadeInUp\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <div class=\"callout-inner\">\n    <div class=\"callout-content tf_left\">\n        <h3 class=\"callout-heading\">Difficulty<\/h3>\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n            <ul>\n<li>Trail is rocky in spots<\/li>\n<li>Remote area<\/li>\n<li>Flashflood danger<\/li>\n<li>Rock slide danger<\/li>\n<li>There is usually phone reception<\/li>\n<\/ul>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <!-- \/callout-content -->\n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/callout-content -->\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module callout -->\n<!-- module callout -->\n<div  class=\"module ui module-callout tb_z0lj351  yellow  rounded shadow wow\" data-tf-animation=\"fadeInUp\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <div class=\"callout-inner\">\n    <div class=\"callout-content tf_left\">\n        <h3 class=\"callout-heading\">Elevation Gain<\/h3>\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n            <ul>\n<li>600 foot total gain<\/li>\n<li>150 foot total loss<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n(over 2 miles one-way)        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <!-- \/callout-content -->\n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/callout-content -->\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module callout -->\n        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_hjzi346 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_tvp7351 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_219b351   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p>Eagle Crags is a group of rocky pinnacles that are made of Navajo Sandstone and are unlike the many other geologic features found around Zion. It is a very prominent feature that catches the eye of anyone traveling Highway 9.<\/p>\n<p>Located to the south of Zion Canyon\u2019s gateway town of Springdale, the trail to Eagle Crags climbs the large ridge on the south side of Highway 9 and goes southeast into the Canaan Mountain Wilderness. All along the trial, you\u2019ll have awesome views of Zion Canyon to the north with all of its surrounding peaks, such as The Sentinel and West Temple. After a mile and a half of hiking, you\u2019ll also have views into Zion Canyon\u2019s \u201clittle brother\u201d, Parunuweap, to the east.<\/p>\n<h3>Getting There<\/h3>\n<p>The easiest way to find the trailhead is to use Google Maps, search for <em>Eagle Crags Trailhead,<\/em> then follow the navigation. To get to the trailhead without doing that, start by getting yourself to the town of Rockville on Highway 9. On the east side of town, look for the highway\u2019s intersection with Bridge Road and turn south.<\/p>\n<p>Immediately, you\u2019ll be in a Rockville neighborhood so drive slowly and enjoy the small town feel. Soon you\u2019ll cross over the Virgin River via the historic Rockville Bridge that was built in the 1920s. It was originally built to link Zion National Park with the Grand Canyon\u2019s north rim at a time when both parks were being promoted to the new motor-touring public. In 1930, the famous Zion-Mt. Carmel Tunnel was completed and the bridge was no longer the preferred way to travel. The Rockville Bridge you see today was completely renovated in 2017 and has kept its historic look.<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text --><!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_t47k978 image-top rounded  tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/brw\/geology-tour-st-george\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">\n                   <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Ad-800x500-GeologyTour1.gif\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-6758\" title=\"Ad-800x500-GeologyTour1\" alt=\"Ad-800x500-GeologyTour1\">        <\/a>\n    \n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n        <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_1ws8175   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p>Shortly after crossing the bridge, bear left, or straight, onto the road that climbs the mountainside ahead. The main road, which makes a 90-degree right turn, heads to the ghost town of Grafton and Gooseberry Mesa. Visiting Grafton, which is 3.2 miles (about ten minutes) from this intersection, is a fun little side trip. The road to Gooseberry Mesa, known as Smithsonian Butte Scenic Byway, is a rugged dirt road that climbs steeply out of the valley and onto the mesas above, eventually connecting with Highway 59 to the south.<\/p>\n<p>Before continuing straight at this junction to Eagle Crags, make sure you have a capable vehicle and that there has been no significant rain or show recently. If the road is muddy, not only will it be difficult to drive on but your vehicle will be a muddy mess. Even a 4WD vehicle will have a tough time. If the road isn\u2019t muddy, make sure you are driving a vehicle, such as a truck or SUV, that has plenty of ground clearance. It doesn\u2019t necessarily need to have 4WD but, if you don\u2019t have high enough ground clearance, your undercarriage will get banged up on this road about a mile in.<\/p>\n<p>From the junction, continue following the main road for 1.5 miles. It starts with a steep climb up what\u2019s called the Moenkopi Formation, a multi-striped collection of strata that has a very corrugated look. At the top, various residential roads and driveways will veer left and right, so make sure to stay on the main road. The trailhead is on the right and easy to find.<\/p>\n<p>There is parking at the trailhead for about 6 to 8 vehicles. There is also one of Utah\u2019s famously-clean pit toilets and an informative kiosk with a map of the area.<\/p>\n<p>More&#8230;<\/p>\n<div class=\"g g-3\"><div class=\"g-single a-8\"><a title=\"BackRoadsWest Travel Guides\" href=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/brw\/death-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-medium wp-image-2382 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/AdDeathValley3.gif\" width=\"665\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_x78r391   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h3>Support Us<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Help us fill up our tank with gas for our next trip by donating $5 and we&#8217;ll bring you back more quality virtual tours of our trips!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Your credit card payment is safe and easy using PayPal. 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data-tf-srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags1.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags1-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags1-768x432.jpg 768w\" data-tf-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-tf-not-load data-no-script src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags1-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-6485\" title=\"EagleCrags1\" alt=\"EagleCrags1\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags1.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags1-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags1-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/noscript>                                            <\/div>\n                \n                                    <div class=\"slide-content tb_text_wrap\">\n                        \n                                                    <div>Eagle Crags as seen from Springdale<\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>                     <div class=\"tf_swiper-slide\" style=\"content-visibility:hidden\">            <div class=\"slide-inner-wrap\">\n                                    <div class=\"tf_rel tf_lazy slide-image\">\n                                                                            <img src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%27http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%27%20width='800'%20height='450'%20viewBox=%270%200%20800%20450%27%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" loading=\"lazy\" data-lazy=\"1\" data-tf-not-load=\"1\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(to right,#3e77bc 25%,#5191db 25% 50%,#60a4ef 50% 75%,#75b4fb 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#4f5551 25%,#3e4241 25% 50%,#566260 50% 75%,#444c4f 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#303032 25%,#5f4c3e 25% 50%,#2c2221 50% 75%,#a49c8f 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#ddb9a1 25%,#efccb6 25% 50%,#e7c1ac 50% 75%,#ecc6af 75%)\" decoding=\"async\" data-tf-src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags2-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" class=\"tf_svg_lazy wp-post-image wp-image-6486\" title=\"EagleCrags2\" alt=\"EagleCrags2\" data-tf-srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags2.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags2-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags2-768x432.jpg 768w\" data-tf-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-tf-not-load data-no-script src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags2-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-6486\" title=\"EagleCrags2\" alt=\"EagleCrags2\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags2.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags2-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags2-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/noscript>                                            <\/div>\n                \n                                    <div class=\"slide-content tb_text_wrap\">\n                        \n                                                    <div>Eagle Crags trailhead<\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>                     <div class=\"tf_swiper-slide\" style=\"content-visibility:hidden\">            <div class=\"slide-inner-wrap\">\n                                    <div class=\"tf_rel tf_lazy slide-image\">\n                                                                            <img src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%27http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%27%20width='800'%20height='450'%20viewBox=%270%200%20800%20450%27%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" loading=\"lazy\" data-lazy=\"1\" data-tf-not-load=\"1\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(to right,#4183bd 25%,#4296d4 25% 50%,#8b95b8 50% 75%,#efdfdf 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#3a3925 25%,#393d18 25% 50%,#56534c 50% 75%,#464239 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#2a2625 25%,#665951 25% 50%,#929688 50% 75%,#4d5140 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#0b0a08 25%,#d89369 25% 50%,#bdc4b2 50% 75%,#52453c 75%)\" decoding=\"async\" data-tf-src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags3-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" class=\"tf_svg_lazy wp-post-image wp-image-6487\" title=\"EagleCrags3\" alt=\"EagleCrags3\" data-tf-srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags3.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags3-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags3-768x432.jpg 768w\" data-tf-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-tf-not-load data-no-script src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags3-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-6487\" title=\"EagleCrags3\" alt=\"EagleCrags3\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags3.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags3-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags3-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/noscript>                                            <\/div>\n                \n                                    <div class=\"slide-content tb_text_wrap\">\n                        \n                                                    <div>The trail is easy to follow and has great views<\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>                     <div class=\"tf_swiper-slide\" style=\"content-visibility:hidden\">            <div class=\"slide-inner-wrap\">\n                                    <div class=\"tf_rel tf_lazy slide-image\">\n                                                                            <img src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%27http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%27%20width='800'%20height='450'%20viewBox=%270%200%20800%20450%27%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" loading=\"lazy\" data-lazy=\"1\" data-tf-not-load=\"1\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(to right,#64bbfe 25%,#67bfff 25% 50%,#6cc5fd 50% 75%,#63c3ff 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#908486 25%,#8c7388 25% 50%,#9082a5 50% 75%,#13508f 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#62662b 25%,#6b6251 25% 50%,#61402f 50% 75%,#414427 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#353125 25%,#67674f 25% 50%,#858762 50% 75%,#858e4d 75%)\" decoding=\"async\" data-tf-src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags4-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" class=\"tf_svg_lazy wp-post-image wp-image-6488\" title=\"EagleCrags4\" alt=\"EagleCrags4\" data-tf-srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags4.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags4-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags4-768x432.jpg 768w\" data-tf-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-tf-not-load data-no-script src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags4-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-6488\" title=\"EagleCrags4\" alt=\"EagleCrags4\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags4.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags4-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags4-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/noscript>                                            <\/div>\n                \n                                    <div class=\"slide-content tb_text_wrap\">\n                        \n                                                    <div>Looking north into Zion Canyon<\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>                     <div class=\"tf_swiper-slide\" style=\"content-visibility:hidden\">            <div class=\"slide-inner-wrap\">\n                                    <div class=\"tf_rel tf_lazy slide-image\">\n                                                                            <img src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%27http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%27%20width='800'%20height='450'%20viewBox=%270%200%20800%20450%27%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" loading=\"lazy\" data-lazy=\"1\" data-tf-not-load=\"1\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(to right,#9f6148 25%,#98cbfa 25% 50%,#97caf9 50% 75%,#9fccf6 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#875f5d 25%,#2f2e40 25% 50%,#c19594 50% 75%,#af9c8e 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#a18579 25%,#bfb3a5 25% 50%,#a57875 50% 75%,#7f5048 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#232b13 25%,#5c5d3d 25% 50%,#393f1d 50% 75%,#4b4f34 75%)\" decoding=\"async\" data-tf-src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags5-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" class=\"tf_svg_lazy wp-post-image wp-image-6489\" title=\"EagleCrags5\" alt=\"EagleCrags5\" data-tf-srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags5.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags5-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags5-768x432.jpg 768w\" data-tf-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-tf-not-load data-no-script src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags5-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-6489\" title=\"EagleCrags5\" alt=\"EagleCrags5\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags5.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags5-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags5-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/noscript>                                            <\/div>\n                \n                                    <div class=\"slide-content tb_text_wrap\">\n                        \n                                                    <div>Looking east into Parunuweap<\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>                     <div class=\"tf_swiper-slide\" style=\"content-visibility:hidden\">            <div class=\"slide-inner-wrap\">\n                                    <div class=\"tf_rel tf_lazy slide-image\">\n                                                                            <img src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%27http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%27%20width='800'%20height='450'%20viewBox=%270%200%20800%20450%27%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" loading=\"lazy\" data-lazy=\"1\" data-tf-not-load=\"1\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(to right,#9c8893 25%,#6d7894 25% 50%,#cfb4b9 50% 75%,#565c6c 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#122529 25%,#265950 25% 50%,#a2a0a1 50% 75%,#0b2234 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#1e2628 25%,#639ee0 25% 50%,#5191d1 50% 75%,#414046 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#31422f 25%,#414e44 25% 50%,#304236 50% 75%,#1a271d 75%)\" decoding=\"async\" data-tf-src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags6-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" class=\"tf_svg_lazy wp-post-image wp-image-6490\" title=\"EagleCrags6\" alt=\"EagleCrags6\" data-tf-srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags6.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags6-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags6-768x432.jpg 768w\" data-tf-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-tf-not-load data-no-script src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags6-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-6490\" title=\"EagleCrags6\" alt=\"EagleCrags6\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags6.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags6-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags6-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/noscript>                                            <\/div>\n                \n                                    <div class=\"slide-content tb_text_wrap\">\n                        \n                                                    <div>Looking down onto Trees Ranch Reservoir<\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>                     <div class=\"tf_swiper-slide\" style=\"content-visibility:hidden\">            <div class=\"slide-inner-wrap\">\n                                    <div class=\"tf_rel tf_lazy slide-image\">\n                                                                            <img src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%27http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%27%20width='800'%20height='450'%20viewBox=%270%200%20800%20450%27%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" loading=\"lazy\" data-lazy=\"1\" data-tf-not-load=\"1\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(to right,#6ebbf1 25%,#6db8f1 25% 50%,#96667c 50% 75%,#50a6f1 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#7ac3f0 25%,#7ac2f2 25% 50%,#453d62 50% 75%,#4f4373 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#8dd3ff 25%,#4c4d6c 25% 50%,#63686b 50% 75%,#514762 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#546344 25%,#748656 25% 50%,#728d48 50% 75%,#1c1c12 75%)\" decoding=\"async\" data-tf-src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags7-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" class=\"tf_svg_lazy wp-post-image wp-image-6491\" title=\"EagleCrags7\" alt=\"EagleCrags7\" data-tf-srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags7.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags7-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags7-768x432.jpg 768w\" data-tf-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-tf-not-load data-no-script src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags7-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-6491\" title=\"EagleCrags7\" alt=\"EagleCrags7\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags7.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags7-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags7-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/noscript>                                            <\/div>\n                \n                                    <div class=\"slide-content tb_text_wrap\">\n                        \n                                                    <div>Hiking under and nearby Eagle Crags &#8211; Tooele Tower on the left<\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>            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We will receive a small commission from your purchase.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/classic.avantlink.com\/click.php?tool_type=ml&amp;merchant_link_id=8988a2bc-2458-428a-a722-9a326e4941c5&amp;website_id=cb6aacf1-7563-4b97-8b5d-48e9519fe173\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/classic.avantlink.com\/gbi\/bd4517b4-b0f2-4660-8208-2ade3a1fdb4c\/8988a2bc-2458-428a-a722-9a326e4941c5\/a24ae5c1-c37a-45ea-b3f8-5480cc46d529\/cb6aacf1-7563-4b97-8b5d-48e9519fe173\/image.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"250\" \/><\/a><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-2 tb_uu1g352 last\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_esg9352   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<!-- Skyscraper160x600 --><br \/>\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7400034802659664\" data-ad-slot=\"8100341909\" data-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins><br \/>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_ei48346 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_ntik352 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_b2xn352   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <div class=\"g g-11\"><div class=\"g-single a-28\"><a class=\"gofollow\" data-track=\"MjgsMTEsNjA=\" title=\"Snap Shots West\" href=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/ssw\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-medium wp-image-2382 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Ad-800x500-1b.gif\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text --><!-- module divider -->\n<div  class=\"module tf_mw module-divider tb_s7l0353 solid   \" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-color: #000;\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    <\/div>\n<!-- \/module divider -->\n<!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_fnz3353   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h3>The Hike<\/h3>\n<p>From the trailhead, the trail heads to the southeast in the direction of Eagle Crags, which are visible in the distance. The trail is easy to follow and well-maintained for the next 2.5 miles. It begins gradually descending into a ravine, then begins to climb. Overall, the trail is fairly level with an elevation gain of 500 feet over 1.5 miles.<\/p>\n<p>Although we\u2019ll only be hiking 2 miles of it, this entire trail actually goes quite a distance. After passing Eagle Crags, it climbs steeply onto Canaan Mountain. The top of this mountain is known for its swirling and colorful sandstone, similar to Highway 9\u2019s east entrance through Zion National Park. The trail ends at another popular hike, the Water Canyon Trailhead, in the town of Hildale, roughly 8.5 \u201ccrow fly\u201d miles away. For some people, hiking from Eagle Crags to Water Canyon makes for a great multi-night backpacking adventure.<\/p>\n<h3>The Views<\/h3>\n<p>Because the trail is in a transition zone between desert and mountain plateau, it takes you through a wide variety of flora, including all kinds of cacti, yuccas, junipers, and pine trees. In April and May, expect to see the brilliant red flowers of the appropriately named <em>claret cup<\/em> cactus, also known as the Mojave mound cactus. You may also see plenty of blooming yuccas, both banana and Utah yuccas, with their singular flower spikes and cream-colored flowers.<\/p>\n<p>Be sure to stop often and look around as you hike this trail. There are views in all directions that change frequently and there\u2019s lots of fabulous scenery. About 1.7 miles from the trailhead, look for a promontory that juts out to the north (left side of the trail). Although there is no trail, walk out onto this level peninsula that provides a commanding view in all directions.<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_0dgr353   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<!-- Skyscraper160x600 --><br \/>\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7400034802659664\" data-ad-slot=\"8100341909\" data-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins><br \/>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_dwvg353   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p>To the south, you can look straight up Zion Canyon. This is a view you can only get from here or in an airplane! If you watch our virtual video tour of this hike (see details below), it will point out all the well-known peaks and landmarks in Zion Canyon, such as West Temple, Angels Landing and Observation Point.<\/p>\n<p>To the east, you\u2019ll get a view into Parunuweap, which is the canyon that was carved out by the East Fork of the Virgin River. Parunuweap, also known as \u201cThe Barracks\u201d, is a smaller version of Zion Canyon, complete with its own narrows similar to the Zion Narrows. However, because of its remoteness, it is seldomly visited. The \u201cweap\u201d in Parunuweap means \u201ccanyon\u201d in the Native American Piute language. In fact, Zion National Park\u2019s original name was Mukuntuweap. If you look at various place names around here, you\u2019ll notice that the \u201cweap\u201d suffix is used a lot.<\/p>\n<p>Another reason why Parunuweap is seldomly visited is because the mouth of the canyon, the portion you see from the Eagle Crags hiking trail, is all private property. This property was previously owned by the late Paul Allen, who founded software giant Microsoft with Bill Gates. As of 2023, the property is for sale or has already been sold. Nobody has been able to access this canyon for years. We\u2019ll see if the new landowners allow access or at least private tours into this area.<\/p>\n<p>Hiking another half mile past the promontory will give you a view down onto Trees Ranch Reservoir. This body of water is part of the private property described earlier. The reservoir adds another dimension of beauty to the already magnificent scenery.<\/p>\n<p>Also, around this point, the trial passes below the largest of the crags, Tooele Tower. Formally, this spire was known as Mrs. Butterworth. When you look up at this crag from different angles, see for yourself if it resembles a bottle of pancake syrup.<\/p>\n<p>The nice thing about the Eagle Crags trail is that you can go as far as you want, then turn around and head back to the trailhead following the same route you took in. After about 2.5 miles from the trailhead, the trail becomes increasingly difficult to follow and eventually becomes more difficult to hike due to the terrain.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"TripMap\">Trip Map<\/h2>\n<p>To help plan your trip, use our interactive Google Map below that points out places mentioned in the article above. Navigating this hike is much easier and safer using a navigation\/mapping app on your phone. We highly recommend Gaia GPS as it shows this trail and the surrounding terrain in detail.<\/p>\n<p>Most of the maps in our videos were created using Gaia GPS. 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03:11:57","updated":"2026-05-13 18:40:49","seo_analyzer_scan_date":null},"aioseo_breadcrumb":"<div class=\"aioseo-breadcrumbs\"><span class=\"aioseo-breadcrumb\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\" title=\"Home\">Home<\/a>\n\t\t<\/span><span class=\"aioseo-breadcrumb-separator\">&raquo;<\/span><span class=\"aioseo-breadcrumb\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/category\/hike\/\" title=\"Hikes\">Hikes<\/a>\n\t\t<\/span><span class=\"aioseo-breadcrumb-separator\">&raquo;<\/span><span class=\"aioseo-breadcrumb\">\n\t\t\tEagle Crags Hike Near Zion\n\t\t<\/span><\/div>","aioseo_breadcrumb_json":[{"label":"Home","link":"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog"},{"label":"Hikes","link":"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/category\/hike\/"},{"label":"Eagle Crags Hike Near Zion","link":"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/eagle-crags-hike-near-zion\/"}],"builder_content":"<p><strong>Just south of Zion National Park is a seldom visited hiking trail that offers great views of the surrounding landscape as well as a look into Zion Canyon itself. <\/strong>The hike up to Eagle Crags offers some of the best epic views of the impressive and colorful landscape in this area. Hiking this trial is a great way to escape the crowds of Zion while still enjoying some stunning scenery.<\/p>\n<img src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags.jpg\" title=\"EagleCrags\" alt=\"EagleCrags\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags.jpg 320w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags-300x272.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/>\n<h3><\/h3> <strong>Click image<\/strong> to watch Virtual Video Tour and see viewer comments. Then come back to get the rest of the story.\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Gyh2Si8ZiRw\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <img src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCragsYouTube.jpg\" title=\"EagleCragsYouTube\" alt=\"EagleCragsYouTube\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCragsYouTube.jpg 978w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCragsYouTube-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCragsYouTube-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 978px) 100vw, 978px\" \/> <\/a>\n<h3>Trip Specs<\/h3>\n<h3>Length<\/h3> 4-5 miles roundtrip (from trailhead)\n<h3>Attractions<\/h3> <ul> <li>Walk below large sandstone spires<\/li> <li>Views into Zion Canyon<\/li> <li>Views into Parunuweap<\/li> <li>Abundant desert flora<\/li> <li>Amazing geology<\/li> <\/ul>\n<h3>Difficulty<\/h3> <ul> <li>Trail is rocky in spots<\/li> <li>Remote area<\/li> <li>Flashflood danger<\/li> <li>Rock slide danger<\/li> <li>There is usually phone reception<\/li> <\/ul>\n<h3>Elevation Gain<\/h3> <ul> <li>600 foot total gain<\/li> <li>150 foot total loss<\/li> <\/ul> (over 2 miles one-way)\n<p>Eagle Crags is a group of rocky pinnacles that are made of Navajo Sandstone and are unlike the many other geologic features found around Zion. It is a very prominent feature that catches the eye of anyone traveling Highway 9.<\/p> <p>Located to the south of Zion Canyon\u2019s gateway town of Springdale, the trail to Eagle Crags climbs the large ridge on the south side of Highway 9 and goes southeast into the Canaan Mountain Wilderness. All along the trial, you\u2019ll have awesome views of Zion Canyon to the north with all of its surrounding peaks, such as The Sentinel and West Temple. After a mile and a half of hiking, you\u2019ll also have views into Zion Canyon\u2019s \u201clittle brother\u201d, Parunuweap, to the east.<\/p> <h3>Getting There<\/h3> <p>The easiest way to find the trailhead is to use Google Maps, search for <em>Eagle Crags Trailhead,<\/em> then follow the navigation. To get to the trailhead without doing that, start by getting yourself to the town of Rockville on Highway 9. On the east side of town, look for the highway\u2019s intersection with Bridge Road and turn south.<\/p> <p>Immediately, you\u2019ll be in a Rockville neighborhood so drive slowly and enjoy the small town feel. Soon you\u2019ll cross over the Virgin River via the historic Rockville Bridge that was built in the 1920s. It was originally built to link Zion National Park with the Grand Canyon\u2019s north rim at a time when both parks were being promoted to the new motor-touring public. In 1930, the famous Zion-Mt. Carmel Tunnel was completed and the bridge was no longer the preferred way to travel. The Rockville Bridge you see today was completely renovated in 2017 and has kept its historic look.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/brw\/geology-tour-st-george\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> <img src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Ad-800x500-GeologyTour1.gif\" title=\"Ad-800x500-GeologyTour1\" alt=\"Ad-800x500-GeologyTour1\"> <\/a>\n<p>Shortly after crossing the bridge, bear left, or straight, onto the road that climbs the mountainside ahead. The main road, which makes a 90-degree right turn, heads to the ghost town of Grafton and Gooseberry Mesa. Visiting Grafton, which is 3.2 miles (about ten minutes) from this intersection, is a fun little side trip. The road to Gooseberry Mesa, known as Smithsonian Butte Scenic Byway, is a rugged dirt road that climbs steeply out of the valley and onto the mesas above, eventually connecting with Highway 59 to the south.<\/p> <p>Before continuing straight at this junction to Eagle Crags, make sure you have a capable vehicle and that there has been no significant rain or show recently. If the road is muddy, not only will it be difficult to drive on but your vehicle will be a muddy mess. Even a 4WD vehicle will have a tough time. If the road isn\u2019t muddy, make sure you are driving a vehicle, such as a truck or SUV, that has plenty of ground clearance. It doesn\u2019t necessarily need to have 4WD but, if you don\u2019t have high enough ground clearance, your undercarriage will get banged up on this road about a mile in.<\/p> <p>From the junction, continue following the main road for 1.5 miles. It starts with a steep climb up what\u2019s called the Moenkopi Formation, a multi-striped collection of strata that has a very corrugated look. At the top, various residential roads and driveways will veer left and right, so make sure to stay on the main road. The trailhead is on the right and easy to find.<\/p> <p>There is parking at the trailhead for about 6 to 8 vehicles. There is also one of Utah\u2019s famously-clean pit toilets and an informative kiosk with a map of the area.<\/p> <p>More...<\/p> <p>[adrotate group=\"3\"]<\/p>\n<h3>Support Us<\/h3> <p style=\"text-align: left;\">Help us fill up our tank with gas for our next trip by donating $5 and we'll bring you back more quality virtual tours of our trips!<\/p> <p style=\"text-align: left;\">Your credit card payment is safe and easy using PayPal. Click the [Donate] button to get started:<\/p> <p style=\"text-align: center;\">[paypal-donation]<\/p>\n<h3>Pictures<\/h3><p>Below are some pictures of what you will see along the way.<\/p>\n<img src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%27http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%27%20width='800'%20height='450'%20viewBox=%270%200%20800%20450%27%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" loading=\"lazy\" data-lazy=\"1\" data-tf-not-load=\"1\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(to right,#d6dbf1 25%,#a5b4d5 25% 50%,#d2d4e3 50% 75%,#d9d6df 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#a6c9ef 25%,#787274 25% 50%,#7b556e 50% 75%,#77a1d1 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#565831 25%,#3e3435 25% 50%,#453e46 50% 75%,#60644d 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#818e56 25%,#728042 25% 50%,#938f52 50% 75%,#292a1a 75%)\" decoding=\"async\" data-tf-src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags1-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" title=\"EagleCrags1\" alt=\"EagleCrags1\" data-tf-srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags1.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags1-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags1-768x432.jpg 768w\" data-tf-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><noscript><img data-tf-not-load data-no-script src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags1-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" title=\"EagleCrags1\" alt=\"EagleCrags1\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags1.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags1-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags1-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/noscript> Eagle Crags as seen from Springdale <img src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%27http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%27%20width='800'%20height='450'%20viewBox=%270%200%20800%20450%27%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" loading=\"lazy\" data-lazy=\"1\" data-tf-not-load=\"1\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(to right,#3e77bc 25%,#5191db 25% 50%,#60a4ef 50% 75%,#75b4fb 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#4f5551 25%,#3e4241 25% 50%,#566260 50% 75%,#444c4f 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#303032 25%,#5f4c3e 25% 50%,#2c2221 50% 75%,#a49c8f 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#ddb9a1 25%,#efccb6 25% 50%,#e7c1ac 50% 75%,#ecc6af 75%)\" decoding=\"async\" data-tf-src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags2-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" title=\"EagleCrags2\" alt=\"EagleCrags2\" data-tf-srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags2.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags2-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags2-768x432.jpg 768w\" data-tf-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><noscript><img data-tf-not-load data-no-script src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags2-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" title=\"EagleCrags2\" alt=\"EagleCrags2\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags2.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags2-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags2-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/noscript> Eagle Crags trailhead <img src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%27http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%27%20width='800'%20height='450'%20viewBox=%270%200%20800%20450%27%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" loading=\"lazy\" data-lazy=\"1\" data-tf-not-load=\"1\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(to right,#4183bd 25%,#4296d4 25% 50%,#8b95b8 50% 75%,#efdfdf 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#3a3925 25%,#393d18 25% 50%,#56534c 50% 75%,#464239 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#2a2625 25%,#665951 25% 50%,#929688 50% 75%,#4d5140 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#0b0a08 25%,#d89369 25% 50%,#bdc4b2 50% 75%,#52453c 75%)\" decoding=\"async\" data-tf-src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags3-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" title=\"EagleCrags3\" alt=\"EagleCrags3\" data-tf-srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags3.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags3-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags3-768x432.jpg 768w\" data-tf-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><noscript><img data-tf-not-load data-no-script src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags3-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" title=\"EagleCrags3\" alt=\"EagleCrags3\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags3.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags3-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags3-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/noscript> The trail is easy to follow and has great views <img src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%27http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%27%20width='800'%20height='450'%20viewBox=%270%200%20800%20450%27%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" loading=\"lazy\" data-lazy=\"1\" data-tf-not-load=\"1\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(to right,#64bbfe 25%,#67bfff 25% 50%,#6cc5fd 50% 75%,#63c3ff 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#908486 25%,#8c7388 25% 50%,#9082a5 50% 75%,#13508f 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#62662b 25%,#6b6251 25% 50%,#61402f 50% 75%,#414427 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#353125 25%,#67674f 25% 50%,#858762 50% 75%,#858e4d 75%)\" decoding=\"async\" data-tf-src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags4-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" title=\"EagleCrags4\" alt=\"EagleCrags4\" data-tf-srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags4.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags4-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags4-768x432.jpg 768w\" data-tf-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><noscript><img data-tf-not-load data-no-script src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags4-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" title=\"EagleCrags4\" alt=\"EagleCrags4\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags4.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags4-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags4-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/noscript> Looking north into Zion Canyon <img src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%27http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%27%20width='800'%20height='450'%20viewBox=%270%200%20800%20450%27%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" loading=\"lazy\" data-lazy=\"1\" data-tf-not-load=\"1\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(to right,#9f6148 25%,#98cbfa 25% 50%,#97caf9 50% 75%,#9fccf6 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#875f5d 25%,#2f2e40 25% 50%,#c19594 50% 75%,#af9c8e 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#a18579 25%,#bfb3a5 25% 50%,#a57875 50% 75%,#7f5048 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#232b13 25%,#5c5d3d 25% 50%,#393f1d 50% 75%,#4b4f34 75%)\" decoding=\"async\" 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http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags5-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/noscript> Looking east into Parunuweap <img src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%27http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%27%20width='800'%20height='450'%20viewBox=%270%200%20800%20450%27%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" loading=\"lazy\" data-lazy=\"1\" data-tf-not-load=\"1\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(to right,#9c8893 25%,#6d7894 25% 50%,#cfb4b9 50% 75%,#565c6c 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#122529 25%,#265950 25% 50%,#a2a0a1 50% 75%,#0b2234 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#1e2628 25%,#639ee0 25% 50%,#5191d1 50% 75%,#414046 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#31422f 25%,#414e44 25% 50%,#304236 50% 75%,#1a271d 75%)\" decoding=\"async\" data-tf-src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags6-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" title=\"EagleCrags6\" alt=\"EagleCrags6\" data-tf-srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags6.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags6-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags6-768x432.jpg 768w\" data-tf-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><noscript><img data-tf-not-load data-no-script src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags6-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" title=\"EagleCrags6\" alt=\"EagleCrags6\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags6.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags6-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags6-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/noscript> Looking down onto Trees Ranch Reservoir <img src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=%27http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg%27%20width='800'%20height='450'%20viewBox=%270%200%20800%20450%27%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" loading=\"lazy\" data-lazy=\"1\" data-tf-not-load=\"1\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(to right,#6ebbf1 25%,#6db8f1 25% 50%,#96667c 50% 75%,#50a6f1 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#7ac3f0 25%,#7ac2f2 25% 50%,#453d62 50% 75%,#4f4373 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#8dd3ff 25%,#4c4d6c 25% 50%,#63686b 50% 75%,#514762 75%),linear-gradient(to right,#546344 25%,#748656 25% 50%,#728d48 50% 75%,#1c1c12 75%)\" decoding=\"async\" data-tf-src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags7-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" title=\"EagleCrags7\" alt=\"EagleCrags7\" data-tf-srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags7.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags7-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags7-768x432.jpg 768w\" data-tf-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><noscript><img data-tf-not-load data-no-script src=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags7-800x450.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" title=\"EagleCrags7\" alt=\"EagleCrags7\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags7.jpg 800w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags7-300x169.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/EagleCrags7-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/noscript> Hiking under and nearby Eagle Crags - Tooele Tower on the left\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Help fund our next trip and your next adventure by purchasing a subscription to Gaia GPS. We will receive a small commission from your purchase.<\/p> <p><a href=\"https:\/\/classic.avantlink.com\/click.php?tool_type=ml&amp;merchant_link_id=8988a2bc-2458-428a-a722-9a326e4941c5&amp;website_id=cb6aacf1-7563-4b97-8b5d-48e9519fe173\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/classic.avantlink.com\/gbi\/bd4517b4-b0f2-4660-8208-2ade3a1fdb4c\/8988a2bc-2458-428a-a722-9a326e4941c5\/a24ae5c1-c37a-45ea-b3f8-5480cc46d529\/cb6aacf1-7563-4b97-8b5d-48e9519fe173\/image.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"250\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><br \/> <br \/> <ins style=\"display:block\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7400034802659664\" data-ad-slot=\"8100341909\" data-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins><br \/> <\/p>\n<p>[adrotate group=\"11\"]<\/p>\n\n<h3>The Hike<\/h3> <p>From the trailhead, the trail heads to the southeast in the direction of Eagle Crags, which are visible in the distance. The trail is easy to follow and well-maintained for the next 2.5 miles. It begins gradually descending into a ravine, then begins to climb. Overall, the trail is fairly level with an elevation gain of 500 feet over 1.5 miles.<\/p> <p>Although we\u2019ll only be hiking 2 miles of it, this entire trail actually goes quite a distance. After passing Eagle Crags, it climbs steeply onto Canaan Mountain. The top of this mountain is known for its swirling and colorful sandstone, similar to Highway 9\u2019s east entrance through Zion National Park. The trail ends at another popular hike, the Water Canyon Trailhead, in the town of Hildale, roughly 8.5 \u201ccrow fly\u201d miles away. For some people, hiking from Eagle Crags to Water Canyon makes for a great multi-night backpacking adventure.<\/p> <h3>The Views<\/h3> <p>Because the trail is in a transition zone between desert and mountain plateau, it takes you through a wide variety of flora, including all kinds of cacti, yuccas, junipers, and pine trees. In April and May, expect to see the brilliant red flowers of the appropriately named <em>claret cup<\/em> cactus, also known as the Mojave mound cactus. You may also see plenty of blooming yuccas, both banana and Utah yuccas, with their singular flower spikes and cream-colored flowers.<\/p> <p>Be sure to stop often and look around as you hike this trail. There are views in all directions that change frequently and there\u2019s lots of fabulous scenery. About 1.7 miles from the trailhead, look for a promontory that juts out to the north (left side of the trail). Although there is no trail, walk out onto this level peninsula that provides a commanding view in all directions.<\/p>\n<p><br \/> <br \/> <ins style=\"display:block\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7400034802659664\" data-ad-slot=\"8100341909\" data-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins><br \/> <\/p>\n<p>To the south, you can look straight up Zion Canyon. This is a view you can only get from here or in an airplane! If you watch our virtual video tour of this hike (see details below), it will point out all the well-known peaks and landmarks in Zion Canyon, such as West Temple, Angels Landing and Observation Point.<\/p> <p>To the east, you\u2019ll get a view into Parunuweap, which is the canyon that was carved out by the East Fork of the Virgin River. Parunuweap, also known as \u201cThe Barracks\u201d, is a smaller version of Zion Canyon, complete with its own narrows similar to the Zion Narrows. However, because of its remoteness, it is seldomly visited. The \u201cweap\u201d in Parunuweap means \u201ccanyon\u201d in the Native American Piute language. In fact, Zion National Park\u2019s original name was Mukuntuweap. If you look at various place names around here, you\u2019ll notice that the \u201cweap\u201d suffix is used a lot.<\/p> <p>Another reason why Parunuweap is seldomly visited is because the mouth of the canyon, the portion you see from the Eagle Crags hiking trail, is all private property. This property was previously owned by the late Paul Allen, who founded software giant Microsoft with Bill Gates. As of 2023, the property is for sale or has already been sold. Nobody has been able to access this canyon for years. We\u2019ll see if the new landowners allow access or at least private tours into this area.<\/p> <p>Hiking another half mile past the promontory will give you a view down onto Trees Ranch Reservoir. This body of water is part of the private property described earlier. The reservoir adds another dimension of beauty to the already magnificent scenery.<\/p> <p>Also, around this point, the trial passes below the largest of the crags, Tooele Tower. Formally, this spire was known as Mrs. Butterworth. When you look up at this crag from different angles, see for yourself if it resembles a bottle of pancake syrup.<\/p> <p>The nice thing about the Eagle Crags trail is that you can go as far as you want, then turn around and head back to the trailhead following the same route you took in. After about 2.5 miles from the trailhead, the trail becomes increasingly difficult to follow and eventually becomes more difficult to hike due to the terrain.<\/p> <h2 id=\"TripMap\">Trip Map<\/h2> <p>To help plan your trip, use our interactive Google Map below that points out places mentioned in the article above. Navigating this hike is much easier and safer using a navigation\/mapping app on your phone. We highly recommend Gaia GPS as it shows this trail and the surrounding terrain in detail.<\/p> <p>Most of the maps in our videos were created using Gaia GPS. Click the ad below to purchase a Gaia GPS subscription and we'll earn a few dollars to fund our next trip.<\/p> <p><a href=\"https:\/\/classic.avantlink.com\/click.php?tool_type=ml&amp;merchant_link_id=2efe71d3-5569-4c72-a69e-e9258881dd0a&amp;website_id=cb6aacf1-7563-4b97-8b5d-48e9519fe173\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/classic.avantlink.com\/gbi\/bd4517b4-b0f2-4660-8208-2ade3a1fdb4c\/2efe71d3-5569-4c72-a69e-e9258881dd0a\/a24ae5c1-c37a-45ea-b3f8-5480cc46d529\/cb6aacf1-7563-4b97-8b5d-48e9519fe173\/image.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"728\" height=\"90\" \/><\/a><\/p> <p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.backroadswest.com\/blog\/map\/\">Learn more<\/a> about our maps.<\/p>\n<template> Junction of Hwy 9 & Bridge Road Bear left\/straight, turn right to Grafton Road becomes rough and rocky Eagle Crags trailhead Promontory with great view View of Trees Ranch Reservoir Rougher trail climbs on top of Canaan Mountain <\/template>\n<h3>Comments<\/h3> <p>Read and leave comments about this post on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Gyh2Si8ZiRw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">YouTube<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Support Us<\/h3><p>Help us fill up our tank with gas for our next trip by donating $5 and we'll bring you back more quality virtual tours of our trips!<\/p><p>Your credit card payment is safe and easy using PayPal. 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